LGBTQIA+ initiatives launched in João Pessoa and Amapá

In João Pessoa, the ‘Eu Posso Diversidade’ microcredit program is accepting applications until November 16. Managed by the Secretariat of Economic Development and Labor and the Secretariat of Government Management, the initiative aims to facilitate market insertion for LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs. The program offers up to R$ 10,000 for individuals and R$ 20,000 for legal entities, featuring a six-month grace period and no credit protection system or Serasa checks. Applications must be made in person at the LGBT Citizenship Promotion Coordination.

In Amapá, the Court of Justice (TJAP) has extended the registration period for the ‘Casamento LGBTQIA+ na Comunidade’ program until November 15. The initiative provides 30 free slots for same-sex couples to formalize their civil unions. The ceremony is scheduled for November 25 in Macapá at the Association of Lesbian and Transgender Women of Amapá (AMA). The program is a partnership involving the Legislative Assembly of Amapá and the Vales Registry Office.